Account Officer at Peridot Forte Solutions Consulting

Peridot Forte Solutions Consulting was birthed out of the passion to assist and help organization to create a structure and frame work for their businesses thereby achieving high rate of organizational performance and profit. Organization strives achieving high rate of organizational performance and profit.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• The Account Officer will be responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with audit and compliance engagements, and providing accounting support to multiple client accounts.
• The role requires strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to work in a professional consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records, ledgers, and supporting schedules for client accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements in line with applicable accounting standards.
• Support audit assignments by preparing working papers, schedules, and required documentation.
• Handle bank reconciliations, journal entries, expense tracking, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with tax computations, filings, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Support payroll processing and related statutory deductions where required.
• Liaise with clients to obtain financial information and resolve accounting queries.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Support senior accountants and audit managers on consulting and assurance engagements.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical accounting standards.

Requirements

• First Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 1 - 2 years relevant experience in an accounting firm, consulting firm, or audit environment.
• Sound knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g. Sage, QuickBooks, Tally, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with clients and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client tasks effectively.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: peridotforte@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.